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MainSail, Newport, RI

MainSail

3.3
3.3
170 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
At MainSail, savor elevated comfort foods in our warm, inviting space featuring serene harbor views. Our menu transforms familiar and local favorites into extraordinary creations. Sample locally sourced Rhode Island oysters or dig into the Walter Burger, paired with shallot jam and brie. Add to that our heartfelt service and we’ll ensure your dining experience is memorable.

Dinner is available Wednesday- Sunday 5 PM to 9 PM.

Valet parking at the Newport Marriott is complimentary for up to 3 hours. Validation at the front desk required.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Breakfast
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:15 am Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (401) 848-6079
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Garrett St. Amand
  • Private party facilities
    Host your next special event at MainSail. Our semi-private spaces offer Newport’s best harbor views and custom menus to create your own unique event. Perfect for all types of occasions, celebrate with us for birthdays, anniversaries, rehearsal dinners, wedding after parties, and more.
  • Area
    Newport
  • Cross Street
    Americas Cup Ave and Long Wharf
  • Parking details
    Parking is available at metered spaces along Long Wharf. Additional parking is located in the Newport Visitors Center parking lot.
  • Public transit
    Newport Visitors Center and Gateway
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options

What 170 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

3.3
3.3 based on recent ratings
  • 3.4Food
  • 3.4Service
  • 3.2Ambience
  • 2.9Value

NoiseModerate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
MainSail offers a charming dining atmosphere with "excellent staff, service, food, and overall ambiance." Guests appreciate the "spectacular" harbor views and creative pairings on the menu. However, some diners note inconsistencies in service and food quality. It's a delightful choice for hotel guests, but improvements could attract more external visitors.

170 Reviews
  1. Ranis

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service, good food! Had a lovely Christmas dinner.

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  2. Ann

    New York City

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a pleasant dinner and conveniently located within the Marriott Newport hotel.

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  3. Aurora

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    My meal was cold. Neighboring table was seated after us and served before us. I ordered a 2nd beer which was not served. Server was pleasant enough. Not sure we would recommend or go back. We live in Newport so we got a discount.

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  4. Stephen

    Tampa

    7 reviews

    3.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 1
    Booked because Prix-Fixe menu looked good for restaurant week. Food was decent. Service seemed disorganized despite having limited customers on a Saturday night. Loud party going on towards back of restaurant. Lighting kept switching on low to dim while dining which was rather annoying. Noted on reservation dinner was for a birthday celebration which no one noticed. Not the best dining experience nor the worst. There are so many great restaurants in Newport. Last time I will be back to this one.

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  5. Danielle

    VIP

    New York City

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 2
    Terrible. Would not go back. Service was terrible at dinner Hamburger was dry & tastless. Breakfast buffet was ridiculous time to wait

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  6. Beth

    Greater Boston

    10 reviews

    4.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    My husband was starving and wanted to decide quickly where to eat. This restaurant was ok, but was too overpriced for what it was. It was loud considering there were only three tables being waited on, one with a small child. Usually I am very patient and tolerant of children crying, but not so that night I guess. The appetizer was average. I ordered a $40 pasta entree and it came with SIX small scallops.

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  7. Lisa

    New York City

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 10 August 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 4
    We specifically picked this restaurant because of their gluten free options. When I began asking the server questions it was clear there were not safe options on the menu (despite being marked GF)

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  8. Denise

    VIP

    Las Vegas

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined on 1 August 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was very good … creative pairings … … had lunch and dinner there in the same day!

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  9. terrir

    Atlantic City

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 21 July 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    This was great for in a hotel. It was a small, quiet restaurant with delicious foot and great service. We highly recommend. The views of the harbor were a spectacular bonus!

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  10. RandyF

    VIP

    Greater Boston

    12 reviews

    3.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on 21 July 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Restaurant felt a little bit like an afterthought of space usage at the hotel. Staff was attentive ambience was missing. Only saving Grace was a view across a parking lot to the wharf and the water. For a quick burger when you’re at the hotel, but they need to do more to attract outside customers . I wouldn’t book again

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MainSail is rated 3.3 stars by 170 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 6 times today
Google Map for MainSail

25 Americas Cup Ave, Newport, RI 02840-3032

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Americas Cup Ave and Long Wharf
  • Area
    Newport
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:15 am Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Seafood, Breakfast
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Parking is available at metered spaces along Long Wharf. Additional parking is located in the Newport Visitors Center parking lot.
  • Public transit
    Newport Visitors Center and Gateway
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Garrett St. Amand
  • Additional
    Gluten-free Options
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